Strategic Sourcing Specialist - Professional Services
Recruiter Fit Breakdown & Candid Summary
Cohere is seeking an experienced Strategic Sourcing Specialist to manage professional services procurement on a 12-month fixed-term contract with conversion potential.
The ideal candidate brings 8-10 years of progressive procurement experience focusing on categories like consulting, marketing, legal, and communications.
You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including FP&A, Accounting, and Legal to drive cost optimization and manage the end-to-end procurement lifecycle.
This role is not suited for individuals looking for permanent staff positions out of the gate or those without deep professional services sourcing expertise.
Role Responsibilities
- 1Manage procurement and sourcing activities for professional services categories including consulting, marketing, legal, and communications.
- 2Own the end-to-end procurement lifecycle from needs assessment to contract execution and lifecycle management.
- 3Lead and manage the complete RFP/RFQ process from development through vendor evaluation, selection, and benchmarking.
- 4Drive cost optimization initiatives, track savings realization, and analyze spending patterns for process improvements.
- 5Collaborate with cross-functional teams like FP&A, Accounting, and Legal to ensure compliance and proper PO management.
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